BLACK SEED OIL
🌿 Black Seed Oil (Kalonji Oil)
Botanical Name: Nigella sativa
Type: Carrier Oil / Medicinal Oil
Part Used: Seeds
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Origin: India
Supplier: Meena Perfumery, Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
🌱 Product Description
Black Seed Oil, also known as Kalonji Oil, is a nutrient-rich, cold-pressed oil extracted from the seeds of Nigella sativa, a flowering plant native to Southwest Asia. This highly valued oil has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic, Unani, and Middle Eastern medicinal traditions for its powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and immune-supporting properties.
With its characteristic pungent, peppery aroma and earthy bitterness, Black Seed Oil is ideal for therapeutic, cosmetic, and nutritional applications. It is renowned for supporting skin health, hair strength, joint flexibility, respiratory wellness, and digestive balance.
🔬 Organoleptic Properties
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Viscous liquid |
| Color | Amber to dark brown |
| Aroma | Pungent, herbal, slightly spicy |
| Taste | Bitter, warm, slightly peppery |
| Consistency | Medium to thick |
⚙ Physical & Chemical Properties
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 0.910 – 0.935 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.470 – 1.485 |
| Acid Value | < 4.0 |
| Iodine Value | 115 – 125 |
| Saponification Value | 185 – 200 |
| Flash Point | > 170°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in oils and alcohol; insoluble in water |
🧪 Key Active Constituents
| Compound | Function |
|---|---|
| Thymoquinone | Potent antioxidant & anti-inflammatory |
| Nigellone | Bronchodilator, antihistaminic |
| Omega-3 & 6 Fatty Acids | Skin health & cardiovascular support |
| Linoleic & Oleic Acid | Moisturizing & nourishing effects |
✅ Quality Standards
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100% Pure & Cold-Pressed
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Non-GMO and Hexane-Free
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Food-grade (upon request)
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Unrefined & unbleached
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Complies with international cosmetic and therapeutic oil standards
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Vegan & cruelty-free
🛠 Applications
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Cosmetics: Hair oils, skin moisturizers, acne treatments
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Therapeutics: Massage blends, joint and muscle oils
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Nutraceuticals: Immune boosters, digestive tonics (food-grade version)
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Aromatherapy: Carrier oil for essential oil dilution
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Traditional Medicine: Ayurveda, Unani, and Islamic healing systems
🧊 Storage & Shelf Life
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Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry, and dark place
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Avoid exposure to heat and direct sunlight
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Shelf life: 18–24 months from manufacture
📦 Packaging Options
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Amber Glass Bottles: 50ml, 100ml, 250ml
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Aluminum Bottles: 500ml, 1kg
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HDPE Drums: 5kg, 10kg, 25kg
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Custom packaging available on request
📍 Supplier
Meena Perfumery
Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
“Essence of Purity – Bottled by Tradition”
| Manufacturer | Meena Perfumery |
| Address | Shankar Garh, Gauri Shankar Road, Kannauj -209725 , Uttar Pradesh , India |
| meena.perfumery@yahoo.com | |
| Phone | +91 9839739547 |
| Country of Origin | India |